Jamie Graham has been appointed as the inaugural TSSAA football coach for Nashville Collegiate Prep, a charter school in Antioch, set to begin its first football season in fall 2026. The announcement was made on April 13, with the school currently expanding its grade offerings following its 2021 opening. Graham, previously the coach at Lipscomb Academy, was let go earlier this year but declined an assistant role to pursue this new opportunity. He highlighted the school's impressive facilities and positive atmosphere as factors that will aid in developing the football program, which is expected to compete in Class 1A or 2A.

By the Numbers
  • Graham finished with a 6-15 record over two seasons at Lipscomb Academy.
  • Nashville Collegiate Prep opened in 2021 and is expanding to include grades 9 and 10, with its first senior class graduating in 2028.
State of Play
  • Nashville Collegiate Prep was approved for TSSAA membership in February 2026.
  • The program is expected to see growth opportunities, with Graham expressing optimism about attracting students to the charter school.
What's Next

As Graham builds the football program, focus will be on recruiting students for the team and integrating into the competitive TSSAA landscape. The aim is to establish a strong foundation for athletics at Nashville Collegiate Prep and potentially expand its offerings in the coming years.

Bottom Line

Jamie Graham's appointment marks a significant step for Nashville Collegiate Prep as it embarks on its journey in high school football, with a shared vision from leadership to foster a competitive and community-driven athletic program.